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JiaDe (Jeff) Yu, MD, specializes in allergic contact dermatitis and occupational dermatitis in both adults and children. He is a board-certified dermatologist with further training in pediatric dermatology. Eczema, complicated inherited genetic skin disorders (genodermatoses), and the complete range of pediatric dermatology. In this interview, Dr. JiaDe (Jeff) Yu sheds more light on eczema, also...

Children and youth with sickle cell disease (SCD) can benefit from digital interventions for self management of their disease. One study assessed the engagement and usefulness of a digital intervention in youth with SCD. Sickle cell disease (SCD) is marked by episodes of sudden, severe pain and increased risk for chronic pain. A digital platform...

Typically, monthly blood transfusion therapy is an option for children with sickle cell anemia (SCA) followed by hydroxyurea therapy. As blood transfusion therapy is not feasible in Africa, different strategies were investigated for stroke prevention in SCA. Stroke risk in children with sickle cell anemia (SCA) is 100 times times that for children without SCA,...

In this interview, we speak with Dr. Kaminska about Olumiant about a novel treatment for alopecia. In addition to explaining what it is and why it can be a good option for certain patients, Dr. Kaminska provides a fair assessment of its effectiveness and safety. MDNewsline: What is the efficacy and safety of Olumiant in...

Advances in gene therapies and drug development have led to a resurgence in research for more effective sickle cell anemia treatments. This article discusses stem cell transplant options and avenues of drug development. Sickle cell anemia (SCA) results from a point mutation in the gene for the beta globin chain of hemglobin. After delivering oxygen,...

Melanoma: A Challenge Melanoma, a highly malignant type of skin cancer, is a significant health concern globally, with a median survival of 6 to 10 months. Researchers are actively investigating the cell signaling mechanisms that can affect tumour growth. Recently, the Institute of Cancer Research, London, reported on a significant scientific discovery. Researchers grew cells...

The underlying pathological mechanisms of obesity overlap with those of dementia and diabetes mellitus. Age, gender, Western diet, depression, and genetic and epigenetic factors mediate an inflammatory state, which leads to metabolic dysregulation. The development of chronic conditions can be avoided with drugs, surgical interventions, and lifestyle modifications. Dementia and diabetes mellitus (DM) are chronic...

SGLT-2is, including ipragliflozin, are an effective therapeutic modality for diabetes patients with NAFLD. Ipragliflozin is also effective in the resolution of NASH and in mediating obesity and glycemic control. Sodium–glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT-2is) are widely used for the treatment of diabetes; however, the effect of SGLT-2is on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is uncertain....

This systematic review discussed the complications of dental implant procedures in diabetes mellitus and pre-diabetes patients. Implementation and adherence to preventive anti-infective measures under controlled glycemic conditions effectively reduces dental implant surgery complications in patients with pre-diabetes and diabetes mellitus. Although useful for dental and oral rehabilitation, dental implant surgery is associated with increased complications....